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RESOLUTION NO. 2011-51
RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION
HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
2011 THINK GREEN
WHEREAS, WFTC My29 in partnership with the Minnesota Timberwolves sponsors an annual
contest challenging area elementary schools to demonstrate how they "Think Green;" and
WHEREAS, Edina Highlands Elementary School entered the "2011 Think Green" contest and
submitted an application highlighting Highlands' green efforts including:
• Organics composting in the lunchroom and classrooms
• TerraCycle "upcycling" program
• Husky Hauler program
• Outdoor classrooms and vegetable garden projects
• Bottle cap recycling program
• • No-waste lunch box project
• Green Team environmental program
• Energy Conservation Initiatives, including student-led fundraiser for motion sensor lights
at the school; and
WHEREAS, Edina Highlands Elementary was the winner of the 2011 "Think Green" contest,
winning a $1,000 donation for the school, 290 Timberwolves tickets with recognition during the game
and a visit from Timberwolves mascot "Crunch" announcing their win; and
WHEREAS, success came to Highlands Elementary School because of the extraordinary efforts of
students and the leadership of staff and parents; and
WHEREAS, as representatives of Edina, the School exemplified the highest standards of
"Thinking Green" and good sportsmanship.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Edina City council, that congratulations be extended
to Edina Highlands Elementary School, its students, staff and parents for the efforts made to preserve
and protect our environment.
ADOPTED this 3rd day of May, 2011.
• James B. Hovland, Mayor